Sometimes it can be difficult to talk about a big issue like hunger. To start the conversation, you can ask your child the questions offered in the LINK provided above.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In the words of real kids who have experienced hunger: “When I'm hungry, I get tired or I'll get distracted. But when I'm not, I'm on-task and I can focus. If I'm full, I'm ready for whatever happens.” |
Food insecurity is defined by the United States Department of Agriculture as the lack of access, at times, to enough food for an active, healthy life. Food insecurity is associated with numerous adverse social and health outcomes and is increasingly considered a critical public health issue.
- FOOD INSECURE POPULATION IN CAMDEN COUNTY, GEORGIA: 6,220
- FOOD INSECURE POPULATION (CHILD <18) IN CAMDEN COUNTY, GEORGIA: 1,710
Organization and Program Profiles 2024 _Jan._v2In addition to SCRIBD, open attached .doc or PDF >>
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